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Ralph Steele
Founder and guiding teacher of Life Transition Meditation Center in Santa Fe, former Theravada monk and Vietnam combat veteran who teaches somatic meditation and retreats for veterans with PTSD.
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Nov 26, 2025
• 40min
Sitting in the Fire with Ralph Steele
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Ralph Steele, founder of the Life Transition Meditation Center in Santa Fe and former Theravada monk, shares his incredible journey shaped by trauma and resilience. He recalls the impactful lessons from his grandmother, Sister Mary, and how martial arts and meditation helped him confront pain. Steele discusses his unique retreats designed for veterans with PTSD, adapting Buddhist teachings to provide support and healing. His insights on 'sitting in the fire' of suffering offer a profound perspective on facing life's challenges head-on.
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